Colorado Springs Appliance Repairhttp://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com Appliance Repair In Colorado Springs, COFri, 01 Dec 2017 23:25:18 +0000enhourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/cropped-icon-32x32.pngColorado Springs Appliance Repairhttp://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com 3232How do I use the self-cleaning feature on my oven?http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/how-do-i-use-the-self-cleaning-feature-on-my-oven/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:53:11 +0000http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/?p=1941Every self-cleaning oven is different. Review your owner’s manual for the correct procedure for your oven. Most self-cleaning cycles are complete within two to three hours. Often the steps are: Set the Start time for the time you want the cleaning to begin. Set the Stop time to a time two to three hours after […]

]]>Every self-cleaning oven is different. Review your owner’s manual for the correct procedure for your oven. Most self-cleaning cycles are complete within two to three hours.

Often the steps are:

Set the Start time for the time you want the cleaning to begin. Set the Stop time to a time two to three hours after the start time. Close and latch the oven door. Set the selector switch and/or thermostat to “Clean.”

]]>How long should it take for my clothes to dry?http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/how-long-should-it-take-for-my-clothes-to-dry/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:49:38 +0000http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/?p=1933Most dryers can dry a full load of laundry in fewer than 45 minutes. If the load is still damp, the venting system is likely clogged and you’ll need to clean it out as soon as possible.

]]>How cold should my refrigerator and freezer be?http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/how-cold-should-my-refrigerator-and-freezer-be/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:42:14 +0000http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/?p=1934Your refrigerator’s thermostat should be set to 36 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately two degrees Celsius) and your freezer’s thermostat from 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit (-18 degrees Celsius). If your model does not have a thermostat, use a thermometer to check the temperature. Adjust the control as needed.

]]>How many clothes can I put into the washer?http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/how-many-clothes-can-i-put-into-the-washer/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:36:59 +0000http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/?p=1924For a top loader, a general rule of thumb is to lay clothes loosely inside the washer until they reach the top of the agitator. For a front loader, fill it until it’s full, with minimal compression of the clothes.

]]>For a top loader, a general rule of thumb is to lay clothes loosely inside the washer until they reach the top of the agitator. For a front loader, fill it until it’s full, with minimal compression of the clothes.

]]>Which detergent type is better – liquid gel or powder?http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/which-detergent-type-is-better-liquid-gel-or-powder/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:21:53 +0000http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/?p=1920We recommend the powdered/granular detergents (i.e. Cascade®). In recent years, we’ve found the pod-like, powder detergent-filled, dissolving packets to work well because they reduce the likelihood of using too much detergent. We’ve also found that prominent brands perform better than generic brands.

]]>We recommend the powdered/granular detergents (i.e. Cascade®). In recent years, we’ve found the pod-like, powder detergent-filled, dissolving packets to work well because they reduce the likelihood of using too much detergent. We’ve also found that prominent brands perform better than generic brands.

]]>Do I need to pre-rinse my dishes before putting them into my dishwasher?http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/do-i-need-to-pre-rinse-my-dishes-before-putting-them-into-my-dishwasher/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:16:43 +0000http://www.coloradospringsappliancerepair.com/?p=1918Scrape excess food into your garbage disposal/disposer but skip the pre-rinsing and save the water. Most modern dishwashers are designed for food particle removal. No rinsing is needed unless your dishes and cookware have been left sitting out for several hours. In that case, you may need to soak them in soapy water to loosen […]

]]>Scrape excess food into your garbage disposal/disposer but skip the pre-rinsing and save the water. Most modern dishwashers are designed for food particle removal. No rinsing is needed unless your dishes and cookware have been left sitting out for several hours. In that case, you may need to soak them in soapy water to loosen particles before loading into the dishwasher.